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Peer reviewedSwetz, Frank J.; Meerah, Tamby Subahan Mohd – Science Education, 1982
Curriculum planning, even in a developed country, is not without problems. Curriculum planners in developing countries are faced with dilemmas at almost every level of decision making. The revision of the Malaysian physics curriculum is detailed in this article. (PB)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Developing Nations, Integrated Curriculum, Physics
Peer reviewedHurd, Paul DeHart – Science Education, 1982
Descriptive information relative to the historical background of the development of a new, uniform secondary school biology curriculum in China is provided. This curriculum, introduced in 1979, is designed to contribute to the achievement of national goals aimed at the modernization of agriculture, industry, defense, and science and technology.…
Descriptors: Biology, Curriculum Development, Educational Needs, Educational Objectives
Peer reviewedPosner, George J.; And Others – Science Education, 1982
A general model of conceptual change which is largely derived from current philosophy of science, but which can illuminate learning as well, is described. Some features of this model are illustrated by interviews with students studying special relativity in physics. Finally, some pedagogical implications are presented. (Author/PB)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Concept Formation, Conservation (Concept)
